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DeFi
DeFi, short for decentralized finance, represents a shift in the financial sector by leveraging blockchain technology, primarily Ethereum, to eliminate traditional financial intermediaries. It enables various financial applications, from simple transactions to complex contracts, through smart contracts that execute automatically under specific conditions. Key DeFi applications include decentralized exchanges (DEXs), stablecoins, lending platforms, and prediction markets. DeFi offers financial services like loans and interest-earning opportunities without traditional identity verification, relying instead on collateral, usually in cryptocurrency. This innovative sector promises increased accessibility and efficiency but comes with risks, such as market volatility and unregulated projects.
Paying Off Student Loans? You Can Do It With Crypto
Thanks to innovative DeFi platforms, there are now more options available for student borrowers who wish to repay their loans using crypto.
XRP Gets Wrapped by Tokensoft for Ethereum DeFi Debut
Tokensoft’s Wrapped is now taking a multi-custodial approach, having partnered with Hex Trust on wXRP.
Curve Finance’s CRV Quietly Becomes a Top-Performing DeFi Token Despite Meme-Token Craze
CRV was up 1.87% in the past 24 hours and nearly 65% over the past week.
FATF Crypto Guidance Looks to Bring Industry in Line With Banks
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global anti-money laundering (AML) agency, has released its updated guidance for firms that handle crypto and virtual assets. “The Hash” team discusses the key takeaways and implications for the future of DeFi regulation.
RLY Venture Studio Launches With Fresh Backing From Paris Hilton and Marc Andreessen
SuperLayer’s debut comes as Rally community members debate the ecosystem’s decentralization plan.
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Dips Below $60K as ETF Enthusiasm Fades
“We may see significant price erosion,” said one trader.
SHIB Flippened DOGE With $160M in ‘Smart Money’ Backing Latest Pump, Blockchain Data Shows
A new force is behind shiba inu’s most recent price surge.
Cream Finance Exploited in Flash Loan Attack Netting Over $100M
An attacker has gained over $130 million of assets in an exploit that appears to have drained Cream’s coffers.
CREAM Finance Exploited in Flash Loan Attack Worth Over $100M
DeFi money market and lending service C.R.E.A.M. Finance appears to have been the target of a devastating exploit Wednesday morning that drained over $1 billion in funds. “The Hash” panel discusses the possible risks of open finance in what is likely the largest DeFi attack to date.
DOT Holders Are Voting on Polkadot’s New Look
The interoperability protocol began a brand overhaul in January. Now the community can vote on the final outcome.
